living in colorado means having direct access to some of the most celebrated trails + peaks in the country. with over 39,000 trails to explore, residents can choose between leisurely walks, technical climbs or multi-day backpacking trips. the front range offers quick escapes like north table mountain in golden, green mountain in lakewood or the cherry creek trail, which winds right through denver. iconic hikes like hanging lake near glenwood springs + saint mary’s glacier combine accessibility with breathtaking views.
for those drawn to more serious challenges, colorado boasts 58 fourteeners, peaks rising above 14,000 feet, including mount elbert– the highest point in the state.
hundreds of thirteeners also offer rugged climbs without the same crowds. destinations like the maroon bells outside aspen provide some of the most photographed mountain scenery in north america.
colorado’s diverse ranges- the front range, san juan, sangre de cristo, sawatch + elk mountains– create a playground for every type of adventurer. and when winter arrives, the lifestyle shifts seamlessly to world-class skiing at resorts like loveland, a-basin, vail, aspen + beaver creek. in colorado, mountain adventure isn’t a vacation- it’s an everyday way of life for many.